The month-long Swasthani Brata Katha festival which began on the full moon day of Poush, came to an end for this year on Monday (February 22, 2016)-the full moon day of the month of Magh.
Shalinadi, Gaurighat and other holy banks of rivers across the country to mark the conclusion of their great festival. During the whole month of the festival, the holy scripture of Swasthani is recited in families of Hindus.